When You Need a Real Estate Agent, Just Google It!

Thinking about buying or selling a home and don’t know where to turn?  There are many Real Estate Agents out there, but how can you be sure that you are hiring a great Real Estate Agent? 

Real Estate is a referral business.  Ask your friends and neighbors who they used for their real estate transaction, maybe it was advantage property ventures.  If your friend was happy, they will surely share the Real Estate Agent’s name and contact information with you. 

Another way is to drive around the neighborhood and check out the For Sale signs.  If a particular Agent is doing well in a neighborhood, there will be a lot of signs out there.  The Internet is a great source of information as well.  Check real estate websites for Agent profiles, experience, and area of expertise.  Call the office Manager or Designated Broker and ask them who their top Agents are in your neighborhood. 

Once you have narrowed down your search for a Listing Agent, plan on interviewing three Agents.  Each Agent will have their  own unique personality and style.  Although all Agents use the same MLS data base, each Agent has their own skill set and marketing plan.  This should reflect your needs and wants.  Many Sellers want an Open House every week.  Some Agents use a home magazine or internet coverage.  Some use a local newspaper.  There is also a personality factor.  You and the Agent have to clique.

If you are looking for a Buyer’s Agent, check the internet for Buyer’s Agents.  Many Agents prefer to work with Buyers rather than Sellers.  Set up a meeting with the Agent or advantage property ventures, l.p. to review your wants and needs.  Your Buyer’s Agent will set up an automatic e-mail that will send you new listings as they come on the market.  Some Buyer’s Agents will ask you to sign an Exclusive Buyer’s Broker agreement, meaning that you are committed to them no matter what.  You are not obligated to sign anything to look at homes, but if your Agent is doing a good job, please stay loyal to your Agent and your Agent will be loyal to you.  The right Agent will make all the difference in getting the deal done in the most efficient way.